die Artikulation
Translation
articulation, enunciation, pronunciation, joint
Examples
Seine Artikulation ist sehr deutlich.
His articulation is very clear.
Die Artikulation des Schultergelenks ist komplex.
The articulation of the shoulder joint is complex.
Grammar Patterns
eine klare/deutliche Artikulation haben to have clear articulation Der Schauspieler hat eine perfekte Artikulation.
die Artikulation + Genitiv the articulation of sth. Die Artikulation dieses Lautes ist schwer.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Aussprache, Lautbildung; (for joint) Gelenk
Etymology
From Latin 'articulatio' (a jointing), from 'articulus' (a small joint). Relates to dividing speech into distinct sounds, like joints in a body.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'article' in a newspaper, which is clearly structured. 'Artikulation' is clearly structured speech.